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Dual monitors: Does the graphics card in the optiplex 790 support dual independant monitors? (2 apps)
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Dual monitors: Does the graphics card in the optiplex 790 support dual independant monitors? (2 apps)
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redxps630
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January 28th, 2021 18:00
790 has intel 2nd gen sandy bridge cpu which has Intel® HD Graphics 2000. it supports dual display via rear VGA and Display port.
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February 3rd, 2021 14:00
It does not however support using INTEL Graphics when a video card is installed in the X16 slot.
https://i.dell.com/sites/doccontent/shared-content/data-sheets/en/Documents/optiplex-790-tech-guide.pdf
2nd monitor will likely need display port to vga
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B017Q8OCSY
If ANY card is installed in the X16 slot it will not post.
It will display
System halted!
Attention: Unsupported Video Configuration Detected
Action is Required
This computer has an add-in graphics card, but the monitor is plugged
into the integrated video connector.
To attach the monitor cable to the add-in graphics card:
1. Shut down the computer
2. Plug the monitor cable into the add-in graphics card connector.
This may require a video adapter or video adapter cable.
(provided with the system)
3. Turn on the computer.
This message should not appear after completing these steps.
For more information or help, please refer to the system documentation
redxps630
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February 3rd, 2021 17:00
a user validated two monitors on 790 SFF "The graphics card is intergrated with the motherboard"
https://www.adverts.ie/desktops/dell-optiplex-790-with-dual-21in-monitors-complete-with-stand-price-reduced/19411782